Bmw 507 Chassis

The BMW 507 was conceived by American automobile importer Max Hoffman who, in 1954, persuaded the BMW management to produce a roadster version of the BMW 501 and BMW 502 saloons to fill the gap between the expensive Mercedes-Benz 300SL and the cheap and underpowered Triumph and MG sports cars. BMW engineer Fritz Fiedler was assigned to design the rolling chassis, using existing components. 1956 - 1959 BMW 507 Roadster: 201-shot gallery, full history and specifications.

The fundamental elements of BMW's proposed new sports car already existed in the 502 saloon, most notably its 3.2-liter, all-aluminum V8 engine, which was installed in a shortened chassis for the 507. History of chassis 70184 Chassis 70184 was a late Series 2 507 rolling chassis with disc brakes supplied by Alessandro Paolini & Figlio in Rome via the Italian BMW distributor, Casa dell' Automobili. It was ordered by renowned automotive stylist, Giovanni Michelotti, who had previously worked for most of the major Italian coachbuilders to include Stabilimenti Farina, Vignale, Allemano.

1958 BMW 507 Roadster designed by Albrecht Graf Goertz, chassis 70171, engine 40183. Austrian-born, New York. A Series II BMW 507 Roadster, this example is one of very few with a period racing history.

It was campaigned in several hill-climbs during 1958 and 1959 by Helmut Glöckler, who had famously created the first mid. A beautifully kept and exceedingly rare Series I, chassis 70010 exemplifies the hallowed legacy of the BMW 507. Thoughtfully restored and cherished by just two passionate long-term owners over nearly five decades, this remarkable example remains both a show.

History of chassis 70145 Chassis 70145 was one of 218 Series 2 507s built by BMW. Compared to the Series 1, the Series 2 featured a smaller fuel tank (now mounted in the boot floor), a bigger dash with repositioned switchgear, an integrated audio speaker, a larger glovebox and a grab handle on the dash fascia (as opposed to on top of the dash). Chassis 70145 was retained by BMW for use as a.

The 1958 BMW 507 Series II Roadster, an icon of 1950s automotive design and exclusivity, will cross the block at The Amelia Auction 2025 with an estimated value between $2,100,000 and $2,300,000. This stunning Series II example, chassis 70110, is one of just 253 units ever produced and boasts a rich history, factory authentication, and an exceptional concours. BMW 507 vehicle profile and chassis information.

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